Unlock hidden savings with the Energy Efficiency Incentive. We break down the exact costs, waivers, and rebates to help you choose the best plan.
This is the default tariff for most residences. Its cost is determined by your total monthly consumption, which triggers different rates and the application of service charges.
1.1 How the Domestic General Tariff Works:
Base Charges (Effective 1 February 2024):
For consumption ≤ 1,500 kWh: Energy Charge = 27.03 sen/kWh
For consumption > 1,500 kWh: Energy Charge = 37.03 sen/kWh
Additional Fixed Charges: Capacity Charge (4.55 sen/kWh) + Network Charge (12.85 sen/kWh) = 17.40 sen/kWh
Retail Charge: RM 10.00 per month
Critical Waivers:
The Retail Charge (RM 10) is waived if your total monthly consumption is 600 kWh or below.
The AFA Charge is also waived under the same condition.
1.2 The Energy Efficiency Incentive (Effective 1 July 2024):
This is not a flat rebate. It is a tiered rebate that decreases as your consumption increases, providing the highest rewards for the most efficient users. The rebate values are in sen/kWh.
| Your Monthly Consumption (kWh) | Rebate You Receive (cent/kWh) |
| 1-200 | 25.00 |
| 201-250 | 24.50 |
| 251-300 | 22.50 |
| 301-350 | 21.00 |
| 351-400 | 17.00 |
| 401-450 | 14.50 |
| 451-500 | 12.00 |
| 501-550 | 10.50 |
| 551-600 | 9.00 |
| 601-650 | 7.50 |
| 651-700 | 5.50 |
| 701-750 | 4.50 |
| 751-800 | 4.00 |
| 801-850 | 2.50 |
| 851-900 | 1.00 |
| 901-1,000 | 0.50 |
| 1,000> | 0.00 |
1.3 Illustrative Calculation (Domestic General Tariff):
Example 1: Very Low User (180 kWh)
Consumption is below 600 kWh, so Retail Charge is Waived.
Base Rate: 27.03 sen + 17.40 sen = 44.43 sen/kWh
Incentive Rebate (for 1-200 kWh block): -25.0 sen/kWh
Effective Net Rate: 44.43 sen - 25.0 sen = 19.43 sen/kWh
Total Bill: 180 kWh × RM 0.1943 = RM 34.97
Example 2: Medium User (750 kWh)
Retail Charge of RM 10 now applies.
Base Rate: 44.43 sen/kWh (as consumption is under 1,500 kWh)
The incentive for the 701-750 kWh block is -4.5 sen/kWh. The average rebate across the entire bill would be calculated based on the specific tiers, but for simplicity, we'll use the applicable tier.
Effective Net Rate: ~44.43 sen - ~4.5 sen = ~39.93 sen/kWh (approximate)
Consumption Charge: 750 kWh × ~RM 0.3993 ≈ RM 299.48
Plus Retail Charge: RM 10.00
Total Bill: ≈ RM 309.48
Example 3: High User (2,000 kWh)
No incentive applies (consumption > 1,000 kWh).
Higher energy rate triggers: 37.03 sen + 17.40 sen = 54.43 sen/kWh
Consumption Charge: 2,000 kWh × RM 0.5443 = RM 1,088.60
Plus Retail Charge: RM 10.00
Total Bill: ≈ RM 1,098.60
The TOU tariff is designed for households that can shift their major electricity consumption to cheaper, off-peak hours. The same waivers and the identical tiered Energy Efficiency Incentive apply.
2.1 How the TOU Tariff Works:
Peak Period (8 hours): 2:00 pm – 9:59 pm | Rate: 57.10 sen/kWh
Off-Peak Period (16 hours): 10:00 pm – 1:59 pm | Rate: 28.95 sen/kWh
Retail Charge: RM 10.00/month (Waived if total consumption ≤ 600 kWh)
2.2 Illustrative Calculation (TOU Tariff - High User):
Let's assume a household uses 2,000 kWh in a month, strategically broken down as:
Peak Usage: 400 kWh
Off-Peak Usage: 1,600 kWh
Total Consumption: 2,000 kWh (No incentive applies, Retail Charge is payable)
Peak Charge: 400 kWh × 57.10 sen = RM 228.40
Off-Peak Charge: 1,600 kWh × 28.95 sen = RM 463.20
Plus Retail Charge: RM 10.00
Total Bill: RM 701.60
(This is a massive saving of RM 397 compared to the Normal Tariff for the same consumption level.)
Feature |
Domestic General Tariff |
Time of Use (TOU) Tariff |
| Pricing Model | Tiered Flat rate. Simpler but can be costly at high usage | Time based rates. Required management but offers high savings pottential |
| Best For | Low to Moderate users, families who are home during the day, those who prefer a "set and forget" approach | High Energy Users - EV owners, housholds that can shifht laundry, charging, and cooking to off peak hours (especially after 10.00PM) |
| Energy Efficiency Incentive | YES - Tiered rebate up to 25.0 sen/kWh for very low usage (≤ 200kWh) | YES - Identical tiered rebate structure. Applies to your total consumption |
| Key to Maximizing Savings | Keep consumption below 1,000kWh to qualify for the incentive and below 600kWh to get service charge waivers | Minimize usage between 2.00PM and 9.59PM. Maximise usage after 10.00PM |
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Calculate Your Average Use: Check your past bills. Is your consumption consistently below or above 1,000 kWh?
Analyze Your Lifestyle: Can you easily run your dishwasher, washing machine, and charge electric vehicles overnight? Or is your peak usage inevitably between 2 PM and 10 PM?
Run the Numbers: For high-consumption households (>1,500 kWh), the TOU tariff is almost always cheaper if you can shift your load. For low-consumption households (<600 kWh), the Normal Tariff with its full waivers and high rebates is extremely cost-effective.
Final Verdict: The TOU tariff is a powerful tool for high users to take control of their bills. For everyone else, the simplicity and strong incentives of the Domestic General Tariff make it the safe and often most beneficial choice.
Disclaimer: This blog is for informational purposes based on provided official documents. Always refer to your latest TNB bill or the official TNB website for the most current and personalized information.
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